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New York man arrested in connection with 2022 shooting
A New York man was arrested this week on multiple charges involving a shooting in January of 2022. more
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Several counties in South Florida are currently dealing with this picture being circulated by students. We have communicated with local law enforcement and they are also aware of incidents in St.Lucie, Martin, and Broward Counties. There has been no reference to Okeechobee County Schools in these posts. Please have a conversation with your students about the serious disciplinary and legal implications of making threats to a school campus. And Remember: See Something, Say Something!
See something, say something
Several counties in South Florida are currently dealing with this picture being circulated by students. more
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Bicycle Bob is a strong supporter of the Ride to Work program.
Bicycle Bob supports Ride to Work program
]Bicycle Bob stopped by with some donations for the "Ride to Work" program. more
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Kelley Nicole Sherman has been missing since May.
Young mother has been missing for three years
On May 10, Kelley Sherman will have been missing for three years.  She is not only missing but is considered endangered. Her family is still offering a $1,000 reward for … more
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Man escapes from locked patrol car
An Okeechobee man is being sought after he was accused of escaping from the back seat of a patrol car yesterday. more
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Man thought to have been struck by train; pronounced deceased
In the late evening of May 2, 2023,  Okeechobee County Fire Rescue responded to a medical call for service of a man bleeding from the head near the railroad tracks at the 700 … more
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Children accidentally spend $800 on online games
An Okeechobee grandma is out more than $800 after allowing her young grandchildren to use her debit card to buy an online game. more
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Okeechobee man accused of using truck as a weapon
An Okeechobee man faces multiple charges after allegedly striking another vehicle with his truck deliberately. more
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Pictured from left to right: Sgt. J. Francis, Lt. B. Taylor, Ofc. G. Kelly and Chief D. Hagan. On Saturday, April 29, 2023, Treasure Coast 10-13 Club presented Officer Garrett Kelly the "Outstanding Patrolman Award" for his performance while off duty in rendering first aid to a citizen in need of medical attention. Thank you, Officer Kelly, for representing the City of Okeechobee on and off duty and we extend our sincerest gratitude for all your hard work!
Okeechobee police officer honored after helping woman in St. Lucie County
An Okeechobee City police officer was honored recently in St. Lucie County after he helped a woman through a medical emergency. more
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Former commissioner accused of making threat
Okeechobee County Deputy Andrew Wolgamott was dispatched to the 19300 block of Northwest 80th Drive after a former Okeechobee County Commissioner was accused of making death … more
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FLHSMV educating how to safely ‘Share The Road’
Whether you’re walking, riding a motorcycle or bicycle, or driving a vehicle with any number of wheels... more
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Okeechobee Arrest Report
The following individuals were arrested on felony or driving under the influence (DUI) charges... more
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Departing Fire Chief Ralph Franklin (left) passes command to incoming Chief Earl Wooten II on April 28, 2023.
OCFR holds change of command ceremony
Okeechobee County Fire Rescue held a Change of Command ceremony on Friday, April 28, 2023. According to Retiring Chief Ralph Franklin, this is the first time in Okeechobee history … more
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Kevin Hughes was found guilty of first-degree murder on August 31, 2022.
Hughes found guilty of murder in the first degree
Wednesday evening, a jury of his peers found Kevin Hughes guilty of the first-degree murder of Jennifer Benson-Hughes. more
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True Okee episode 7: Crush
True Okee is a podcast featuring true crime and weird stories from the forgotten heartland of South Florida. more
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True Okee: Florida School for Boys
In 1959, Okeechobee is hoping the new Florida School for Boys will help rebuild the shrinking local economy. Fifty years later, sheriff deputies gather to search the property more
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True Okee bonus episode: Death of a Sheriff
In this bonus episode of True Okee, we examine the death of Okeechobee County Sheriff John Collier more
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